Imagine a dessert so incredibly moist, so deliciously warming, and so guilt-free that it transforms your entire perception of vegan baking. This Vegan Apple Cake with Caramel Drizzle is not just a recipe; it's a culinary revelation that proves plant-based desserts can be mind-blowingly delicious. With tender chunks of fresh apples, a rich caramel drizzle, and a perfectly spiced base, this cake will have even non-vegans begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 cups diced apples
- 1/2 cup vegan caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch round or square baking pan with vegetable oil or line with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Whisk together until well blended and no lumps remain.
- In a separate medium bowl, mix vegetable oil and unsweetened applesauce until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- Carefully fold in the diced apples, distributing them evenly throughout the cake batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula to ensure uniform thickness.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
- Carefully transfer the cake to a wire cooling rack and allow it to cool completely.
- Once cooled, drizzle vegan caramel sauce generously over the top of the cake.
- Slice into 8 equal portions and serve at room temperature. Optional: Garnish with additional cinnamon or fresh apple slices.
Tips
- Use fresh, crisp apples for the best texture and flavor. Varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith work wonderfully.
- Don't overmix the batter - this can lead to a tough, dense cake. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- Check the cake's doneness by inserting a toothpick - it should come out clean with a few moist crumbs.
- Let the cake cool completely before drizzling caramel to prevent it from absorbing into the cake.
- For an extra flavor boost, consider adding a sprinkle of chopped nuts or a dash of nutmeg to the batter.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- For a more intense apple flavor, you can replace some of the vegetable oil with apple sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 52g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
